eco!efficiency: Achieve more with less. Kärcher eco!efficiency is our philosophy for more sustainable working: the way we manufacture products, and the way those products perform throughout their lifecycles. Reduced water consumption Many Kärcher high pressure cleaners and scrubber driers already meet the eco!efficiency standard or feature an eco!efficiency mode, which efficiently regulates the amount of water depending on the cleaning task. Intelligent energy efficiency We design our products to use minimal energy – without compromising performance. Our T 12/1 eco!efficiency tub vac’s 750W motor uses 40% less electricity than standard models but has flow-optimised suction channels that mean daily cleaning performance isn’t compromised. Materials to suit the job The selection of optimal materials is a never-ending challenge. Lightweight design, durability, avoidance of contaminants, recyclability and costs - standards that Kärcher takes into account in the manufacture of efficient and eco-friendly products. High recyclability Raw materials that cannot be avoided from the beginning must be recyclable as far as possible after a long machine life. Kärcher machines are currently more than 90% recyclable. Less noise Noise is not just unpleasant, it has shown to be damaging to health. We reduce noise both in our own production facilities and in our products. The T 12/1 eco!efficiency’s 750W motor provides a noise level of only 56dB(A), reducing volume by 50% compared to standard models. Exemplary repairability As early as the development phase, Kärcher machines are designed for repairability: as few components and assemblies as possible, the best possible accessibility and as many standard parts as possible. Reduced CO2 emissions To reduce its CO2 footprint, Kärcher is making its contribution on all levels of production and in all business areas: through optimised use of materials, energy and water, high recyclability, as well as self-generated renewable energy. Optimised company processes Kärcher eco!efficiency simply means continuously trimming all processes in the company to achieve maximum efficiency. This results in constant optimisation in all areas. Extended service life Strong and robust construction style is the key prerequisite for long life. High quality, repairability and a long-term spare parts supply ensure that Kärcher Professional machines give years of reliable service. Reduced use of materials On average, Kärcher machines consist of significantly fewer components than comparable competitor models. The resulting lighter weight not only saves driving energy, it also saves a serious amount of raw materials and energy in manufacture. Comprehensive spare parts supply Depending on the particular machine, Kärcher guarantees a spare parts supply for up to 10 years after a model goes out of production. Less waste water pollution Water which has not been used, does not need to be disposed of. At the same time, dirty water should be concentrated in order to make work easier for sewage treatment plants. The Kärcher system, is fine-tuned to achieve maximum effect with minimum effort. Precisely dosed cleaning agent The most environmentally friendly and economical cleaning agent is that which is not used. Kärcher DOSE technology enables exact dosage of cleaning agents and, as a result, achieves a much lower level of consumption. Effective dust filtering Dust can be detrimental to health and the environment. Kärcher vacuums feature efficient filter systems with innovative components, e.g. Tact systems for fully automatic filter cleaning; HEPA filters; fleece filter bags with better filtration, capacity and lifetime than paper versions; and certified safety vacuums for critical applications. Measurable time saving More efficient machines that allow work to be carried out more quickly lead to significant labour cost savings and genuine competitive advantages. 7
Catalogue 2013
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